As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Sep 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Ludhiana APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Ludhiana APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityApple (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.8% above the period average and just 50.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Kharapather APMC Leader | ₹40,000 |
| 2 SMY Mehndli APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Vellore APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
That ₹17,000 (73.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Apple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Ludhiana APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹5,895. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Before carting Apple to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Apple traded at this rate in Ludhiana APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.